Facing Pet Cancer, Together

Facing Pet Cancer, Together

Your pet’s routine wellness exam plays an important role against the development of disease. The chance to detect an illness as early as possible increases the odds that treatment will be effective and long-lasting. In the case of a pet cancer diagnosis, there’s a great deal to consider and worry about. Unfortunately, pet cancer is […]

Read More

Golden Years: The Best Pets for Retirees

Golden Years: The Best Pets for Retirees

Planning for retirement can include preparing for pets in your life. Once you’re free from a daily work schedule, your lifestyle and priorities may change. You may want to bring a new pet into your life. Before adopting a new pet, there are many factors to consider. At Mobile Vet M.D., Dr. Mary Kwacz wants […]

Read More

The Ultimate Pet Owner’s Guide to Puppy Potty Training

The Ultimate Pet Owner’s Guide to Puppy Potty Training

Welcoming a new puppy into your home is an exciting time. This time comes with lots of getting to know one another and setting some expectations for living together. Puppy potty training can be an intimidating part of this new journey, but Mobile Vet M.D. hopes our pro tips will make it a little less […]

Read More

Your Senior Cat and Their Health

Your Senior Cat and Their Health

With excellent care from you and dedicated veterinary professionals like those at Mobile Vet M.D., our feline patients are living longer lives than ever before. This means, though, that we care for more cats in their golden years than ever before. Understanding senior cat health and potential diseases that affect aged felines is an important […]

Read More

5 Facts and Myths About Pet’s Weight

5 Facts and Myths About Pet’s Weight

Keeping your pet at a healthy weight is the cornerstone of a healthy and prolonged life. It can be easy to accidentally overfeed your pet or let them indulge in one too many treats. Since each breed has a different “healthy” weight, it can be difficult to know the sweet spot for your pet. The […]

Read More

No Mixed Messages: Essential Dog Training Commands

No Mixed Messages: Essential Dog Training Commands

It’s well known that canine obedience training helps dogs and their people understand each other. When dogs know what’s expected of them, their eager-to-please approach goes into overdrive. In this way, dog training contributes to their overall happiness and well-being. However, when dogs demonstrate mastery over even the most basic commands, their owners can have […]

Read More

The Telling Signs of Cat Anxiety

The Telling Signs of Cat Anxiety

Cats are known to feel and exhibit a wide array of emotions, and their behaviors definitely mirror how they feel. For example, a happy, confident cat will simply appear content and satisfied. Likewise, a stressed-out, scared, or anxious cat will conduct themselves in ways that aim for self-preservation and protection. Cat anxiety occurs for many […]

Read More

Dog Dental Chews and the Value of Your Dog’s Dental Health

Dog Dental Chews and the Value of Your Dog’s Dental Health

Dental health is just as important for your pets as it is for yourself. While it’s relatively easy to brush and floss your own teeth, keeping up with your dog’s dental hygiene can be a bit more of a challenge. That is why products such as dental chews were introduced, to help make pet parent’s […]

Read More

The “Leave It” Command in Six Steps

The “Leave It” Command in Six Steps

Imagine going about your day, and suddenly a five-dollar bill fell from the sky. You go towards it, but before you get there, someone says, “leave it!” only for you to turn around and see they have ten five-dollar bills. This is the basic training concept behind teaching your dog how to “leave it.”  Your […]

Read More

Small Dog Aggressive Traits You Shouldn’t See

Small Dog Aggressive Traits You Shouldn’t See

It’s not a “Napoleon complex,” and small dogs aren’t destined to a life of yapping, nipping, or growling. You shouldn’t have to live with a little tyrant either! The Mobile Vet M.D. team knows no dog is born aggressive, which means all aggression is learned. In small breeds, it is often learned via scary experiences […]

Read More